OLEYL ALCOHOL
Ingredient type: FAT-SOLUBLE/EMOLLIENT/EMULSIFIER/TEXTURE
✨ Role: Oleyl alcohol is often used as an emollient and thickening agent in cosmetic products. It helps soften and smooth the skin and hair, improving the texture of the product and the feel of application.
Ingredient type: Fat-soluble
⚕️ Safety: Considered safe when used at the concentrations recommended in cosmetic products.
✨ Vegan: Oleyl alcohol is generally plant-based, making it suitable for use in vegan products.
✨ Note: Well tolerated by most skin types, it is rarely associated with irritation. However, as with any ingredient, it is advisable to test it on a small area of sensitive skin beforehand, especially for people with particularly reactive skin.
Found in: Moisturizers, lotions, conditioners, styling products, and makeup removers.
